Big Boogie is laying out the unspoken rules of Memphis street politics. The rapper, signed to Yo Gotti’s CMG label, explained his strategy for staying neutral amidst the ongoing beef in his city. Boogie breaks down why he avoids getting involved in conflicts, even with his CMG affiliation, as reported by AllHipHop.

Navigating Memphis Politics

Big Boogie told Cam Newton that many artists make trouble for themselves by picking sides. He stressed that he doesn’t get involved in other people’s business. “Never speak on the business. Like, never,” Boogie said. This approach comes as Memphis Hip-Hop is divided between CMG and the late Young Dolph’s Paper Route Empire (PRE).

Business First Mentality

The CMG artist highlighted his business-first mindset regarding potential conflicts. He made it clear that his label affiliation doesn’t force him to engage in public disputes. “Of course, I’m CMG. So, a lot of people that do say anything about CMG, do I got the rights to open my mouth and get on the internet and try to take up for it? No. For what?” Big Boogie questioned. He added that if nobody has personally wronged him, he sees no reason to voice his opinion online.

The Unspoken Rules

Big Boogie believes artists should only speak on issues that directly affect them. He feels if your name isn’t brought up, there’s no need to give an opinion. Boogie mentioned that artists get involved because they feel a loyalty to the brand they represent. However, he stated that if you aren’t truly with a certain group, you shouldn’t act like it.

Focused on Wealth

The rapper is focused on building wealth rather than street credibility. Big Boogie declared he is trying to be a CEO, not just a big homie. He is embracing a different lane than the traditional “OG” mentality that often leads to conflict. This business-savvy approach helps him stay out of the crossfire in a city that has seen significant violence

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